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Your Wrekin: fire safety

We know that fire safety is a big concern for you and your loved one. That's why we take it very seriously.

There are a number of things we do to help keep you safe in your home.

These include:

  • Carrying out an annual fire risk assessment on all blocks of flats.
  • Commissioning the servicing, maintenance and testing of fire safety systems such as fire alarms, detectors,
    warning alerts, emergency lighting, automatic ventilation systems and dry risers.
  • Carrying out routine block inspections.
  • Using competent staff and contractors to undertake fire safety work in your home.
  • Using third party accredited fire doors and door sets and ensure that they are
    fitted by certificated installers.
  • Liaising with the local fire and rescue service to ensure they are familiar with properties and the relevant fire
    measures.
  • Keeping residents informed about fire safety and providing relevant and up-to-date safety information.
  • Fitting and maintaining fire alarms within your home.

Fire safety is everyone’s responsibility and there are also steps you can take to help keep
you and your neighbours safe.

  • Keep flat communal corridors clear - this is crucial because in case of a fire, the corridor is the escape route.
  • Don't prop fire doors open - they are there to keep the fire contained, so make sure they stay closed.
  • Take care when cooking - unattended cooking is a leading cause of fires.
  • Never leave unattended candles burning - it's easy to forget about them, and they can be dangerous. Alternatively, buy a battery powered one instead
  • Make sure cigarettes are properly extinguished.
  • Don’t put flammable materials in communal store cupboards.
  • Don’t keep bottled gas canisters inside your home.
  • Take responsibility for any rubbish and make sure that it is disposed of correctly.
  • Make sure that mobility scooters, bicycles or other items are not left in corridors or anywhere that could prevent a safe exit from your flat.
  • Check that your front door has a closer arm on it and it is working correctly.
  • Ensure that you test your smoke alarm weekly.
  • Ensure that you know your escape routes in case of an emergency – and make sure everyone who lives in your home knows them too.
  • Make sure to read the fire action notices in your block.
  • Don't forget to book a "safe and well" visit with the fire service.